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NIHR20: Embed, Build, Accelerate – Manchester BRC Director’s blog – March 2026

Celebrating NIHR's milestone 20th anniversary Professor Anne Barton, Director of the NIHR Manchester BRC, shares a personal reflection of the input and contribution NIHR has made to her research career so far.

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Study reveals inequalities in men with learning disabilities and prostate cancer

A study supported by Manchester BRC has highlighted inequalities experienced by men with learning disabilities when diagnosed with prostate cancer.

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Stopping COPD inhalers can lead to higher risk of flare-ups for 3 months, Manchester research reveals

Stopping long-acting inhalers for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) can lead to a sharp rise in flare-ups for around 3 months, a new study supported by Manchester BRC has revealed.

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Research paper demonstrates significant reduction in late stage lung cancer thanks to community based screening programme

There has been a 22% reduction of late stage lung cancer diagnosis in Greater Manchester thanks to the innovative NHS Lung Cancer Screening Programme.

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Embed, Build, Accelerate – Manchester BRC Director’s blog – January 2026

Author: Professor Anne Barton

In her latest blog Professor Anne Barton, Director of Manchester BRC, focuses on how we’re equipping the next generation of experts with the skills to lead world-class research.

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Time of day link to heart surgery outcomes likely

Heart surgery beginning in the late morning is linked to a modest increase in cardiovascular mortality when compared to other times of the day, according to a study supported by Manchester BRC.

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New research in Girls Aloud singer Sarah Harding’s name aims to stop breast cancer before it starts

The second phase of a groundbreaking breast cancer study created in the name of Girls Aloud singer Sarah Harding, has seen the appointment of a senior research fellow.

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Test shows when safe to stop antibiotics in sepsis patients

A simple blood test can tell doctors when it is safe to stop antibiotics in patients recovering from sepsis, a review led by University of Manchester researchers has found.

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